Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Michigan
Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in Michigan concentrate in hospital systems, outpatient orthopedic clinics, skilled nursing facilities, and rehabilitation centers, with demand at every level from new graduate to senior clinician. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing are the largest hiring metros, where established employers like Beaumont Health, Spectrum Health, and the University of Michigan Health System maintain ongoing PTA recruitment. Pediatric rehabilitation, orthopedic outpatient care, and geriatric therapy are among the most consistently sought specialties across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Summary:
The Rehabilitation Aide (equivalent to rehabilitation technician and physical therapy aide positions) will assist the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians by performing requested administrative and clinical duties. They will greet patients as they arrive to the clinic and work alongside the physical therapists as well as the physical therapist assistants during patient treatment. These duties will be conducted in compliance with state practice act requirements.
Benefits offered with this part-time position:
- Bi-annual pay increase opportunity
- Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
- Retirement 401(k) (for 21+) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
- SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
- HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
- KinderCare Discount
- Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program
- Bereavement Time Off & Resources (part-time and full-time employees)
- Learn more by checking out our 2026 Athletico's Benefits Summary.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The below is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of the organization.
- Prepares patients for physical therapy treatments to put on and remove supportive devices, assists physical therapists during administration of treatments, and provides routine treatment
- Safeguards, motivates, and assists patients practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of professional staff
- Provides routine treatments, such as hot/cold packs, and other modalities such as Ultrasounds, Electrical stimulation, etc
- Cleans work area and equipment after treatment
- Washes linens/towels, folds and maintains linen cabinets
- Maintaining restrooms and other areas such as windows as needed. Restocks with paper towels, tissue paper, soap and supplies
- Assists patient experience coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments and filing paper work and charts
- Assist patient experience coordinator with keeping track of both non-medical and medical supplies for the clinic and may order inventory
- Work Experience: Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience preferred
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Knowledge and Technical Skills:
- Strong communication and presentation skills-written and verbal
- Ability to clearly document all projects and manage production
- Attention to detail and time management skills are required
- Patient/Client Satisfaction: Providing care/service that exceeds expectations
- Energetic and a team player
- Able to demonstrate compassion toward patients
- Complete tasks thoroughly
- Basic knowledge of office equipment preferred
- Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently
- Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
- Possess the ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)
- Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds
- Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding)
- Internal office
- The noise level in the work environment is usually low
Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.
Position Summary:
The Rehabilitation Aide (equivalent to rehabilitation technician and physical therapy aide positions) will assist the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians by performing requested administrative and clinical duties. They will greet patients as they arrive to the clinic and work alongside the physical therapists as well as the physical therapist assistants during patient treatment. These duties will be conducted in compliance with state practice act requirements.
Benefits offered with this part-time position:
- Bi-annual pay increase opportunity
- Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
- Retirement 401(k) (for 21+) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
- SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
- HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
- KinderCare Discount
- Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program
- Bereavement Time Off & Resources (part-time and full-time employees)
- Learn more by checking out our 2026 Athletico's Benefits Summary.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The below is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of the organization.
- Prepares patients for physical therapy treatments to put on and remove supportive devices, assists physical therapists during administration of treatments, and provides routine treatment
- Safeguards, motivates, and assists patients practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of professional staff
- Provides routine treatments, such as hot/cold packs, and other modalities such as Ultrasounds, Electrical stimulation, etc
- Cleans work area and equipment after treatment
- Washes linens/towels, folds and maintains linen cabinets
- Maintaining restrooms and other areas such as windows as needed. Restocks with paper towels, tissue paper, soap and supplies
- Assists patient experience coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments and filing paper work and charts
- Assist patient experience coordinator with keeping track of both non-medical and medical supplies for the clinic and may order inventory
- Work Experience: Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience preferred
-
Knowledge and Technical Skills:
- Strong communication and presentation skills-written and verbal
- Ability to clearly document all projects and manage production
- Attention to detail and time management skills are required
- Patient/Client Satisfaction: Providing care/service that exceeds expectations
- Energetic and a team player
- Able to demonstrate compassion toward patients
- Complete tasks thoroughly
- Basic knowledge of office equipment preferred
- Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently
- Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
- Possess the ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)
- Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds
- Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding)
- Internal office
- The noise level in the work environment is usually low
Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.
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Physical Therapy Assistant Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Team Rehabilitation23
- Rivetus Rehabilitation19
- Athletico Physical Therapy17
- Powerback Rehabilitation10
- Therapy Management9
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services19
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Education3
- Transportation & Logistics1
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapy assistant jobs across Michigan.
- Active Michigan physical therapy assistant license issued by the Michigan Board of Physical Therapy
- Associate degree in physical therapy assisting from a CAPTE-accredited program
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification required before start date
- Experience with electronic medical records such as Epic or Cerner strongly preferred
- Ability to perform functional patient transfers and therapeutic exercise with minimal supervision
- Strong communication skills for working alongside supervising physical therapists and care teams
Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physical therapy assistant in Michigan?
To become a physical therapy assistant in Michigan, you must complete an associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program, pass the National Physical Therapy Examination for Physical Therapist Assistants administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy, and obtain a license from the Michigan Board of Physical Therapy under the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Michigan does not issue temporary licenses, so your license must be active before you begin clinical work.
Which companies hire physical therapy assistants in Michigan?
Michigan physical therapy assistant roles are posted by Team Rehabilitation, Rivetus Rehabilitation, and Athletico Physical Therapy and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems, regional rehabilitation networks, and skilled nursing chains generate the most consistent volume of PTA openings across the state.
Which Michigan cities have the most physical therapy assistant jobs?
Grand Rapids, Livonia, and Southfield lead Michigan for physical therapy assistant openings. Detroit's concentration of major hospital systems and rehabilitation centers drives the metro's volume, Grand Rapids benefits from Spectrum Health and a growing outpatient clinic network, and Lansing draws openings from both regional health systems and the state government employee health infrastructure anchoring the capital region.
Are there remote physical therapy assistant jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Physical therapy assistant work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct patient contact for therapeutic exercise, manual techniques, and functional mobility training. About 22% of physical therapy assistant openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve care coordination, documentation review, or telehealth support roles rather than direct clinical treatment.
How can I get hired as a physical therapy assistant in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate PTA positions at Michigan's large health systems, several of which run structured onboarding programs for recently licensed PTAs. Beaumont Health and Spectrum Health regularly post entry-level PTA openings that include mentored orientation periods. Candidates coming from roles as rehabilitation aides, physical therapy technicians, or restorative nursing assistants have a strong lateral advantage. Having your Michigan PTA license active and your BLS certification current before you apply removes the most common hiring barrier for candidates without clinical experience.
Where can I find and apply to physical therapy assistant jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to physical therapy assistant jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, credentials, and preferred location, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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